What is the Downtown Lafayette Business Owners Association?

The Downtown Lafayette Business Owners Association (DLBOA) is a non-profit organization representing businesses located within the downtown area of Lafayette, Indiana. Our mission is to improve the downtown community and create a welcoming space for all residents and visitors. We achieve this by engaging with the community, hosting events, and supporting economic development initiatives.

We extend an open invitation to every downtown business owner in Lafayette to join our community and actively participate in our monthly meetings, festivals, and other engaging activities.

As a member of the DLBOA, you gain access to a wide range of benefits designed to support and enhance your business. These include networking opportunities with fellow downtown business owners, access to valuable resources and support services, participation in our signature events and initiatives, and the chance to contribute to the ongoing growth and success of downtown Lafayette. Membership in the DLBOA provides a platform for collaboration, advocacy, and community engagement, empowering you to thrive as a vital part of our downtown business community.

Driven by our commitment to community enrichment, the DLBOA actively pursues grants to support our mission of enhancing downtown Lafayette. These grants fuel various efforts, from encouraging downtown support to funding inclusive events and festivals. Additionally, they foster economic development by attracting new small businesses to our downtown community.

The DLBOA has organized highly successful events such as Summer on the Square, A Merry Main Street Market, and Destination Downtown. These events have exceeded simple gatherings, evolving into annual events that support our local businesses. With over 70 vendors at each event and thousands of attendees from across the region, our mission to develop a ever growing community has been a success.

Collaboration is key to our goals as a non-profit organization. The DLBOA partners closely with esteemed entities and organizations such as the City of Lafayette, Greater Lafayette Commerce, and Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette. Together, we amplify our impact and extend our reach, improving the lifestyle in our community. Looking ahead, we have secured an exciting effort to decorate Main Street with string lights across each downtown block, transforming it into a warmth and welcoming area. With the support of the City of Lafayette, this initiative will brighten our downtown, symbolizing our collective commitment to growth and prosperity.

Join us in shaping the future of downtown Lafayette. Together, we'll build a thriving, inclusive community that serves as a leader of inspiration for generations to come.